Graduate Acoustics Consultant

As a Graduate Acoustics Consultant, you will support the delivery of noise and vibration assessments for a wide range of projects. This will involve technical analysis, site work, and reporting. You will be part of the UK Noise & Vibration team within the Environment and Health business area, collaborating with experienced acousticians and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking noise and vibration surveys, including work on active construction sites.
• Supporting assessments for major infrastructure projects, particularly in the rail and energy sectors.
• Preparing calculations, technical reports, and advice for clients, planners, and project teams.
• Contributing to projects that support sustainable development and manage environmental impacts.

You can expect a varied role with opportunities to develop your consultancy skills, work collaboratively with colleagues, and build experience in both site-based and office-based acoustics.

Your Skills and Experience

We are looking for candidates with:

• An Acoustics degree, an Institute of Acoustics (IOA) diploma, or equivalent experience.
• An understanding of environmental noise and vibration in the transportation and construction sectors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A full UK driver's license.
• A strong work ethic, with organised, flexible, and motivated attributes.
• Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor your own work.

Knowledge or experience in the following would be beneficial:

• Noise modelling in CadnaA.
• Scripting in Python.
• Advanced Excel skills, including working with macros.
• Noise or vibration surveys.
• Experience working on construction sites or holding a CSCS card.
• Associate membership of the Institute of Acoustics.

Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 27 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays.
• Professional subscription and support towards becoming chartered.
• A range of employee benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme, private medical insurance, discounted Taste card subscription, and Gymflex.

How to Apply

Apply online by attaching your CV, cover letter, and relevant documents. In a separate document, please address the following questions:

• What are the main environmental challenges where you live, why they are important to you, and how you would help solve them? (max. 500 words)

Please note: Applications will be rejected if the application questions are not completed.

We personally review every application. While tools can be used for spelling, grammar, and research, your answers should reflect your own original thoughts.

Based on the volume of applications received, we reserve the right to close applications early.